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DC Brau Brewing Company ($)
(151 ratings)

3178-B Bladensburg Rd NE Map It!
Washington, DC 20018
(202) 621-8890
www.dcbrau.com
As Seen On:
Burgers, Brew & 'Que, Episode: "Decadent D.C. Dining"
  • Beer
 4.0 out of 5
151 ratings		 since 1956; specialize in beer w/ brewery in-house
Diner Grill ($)
(326 ratings)

1635 W Irving Park Rd Map It!
Chicago, IL 60613
(773) 248-2030
As Seen On:
Burgers, Brew & 'Que, Episode: "Salty and Smoky in the Windy City"
  • Double Cheeseburger
    looks good
  • The Slinger
    hash browns, two hamburger patties, grilled onions, two eggs over easy all covered w/ chili; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
326 ratings		 old-style railroad-car diner w/ counter service
Dooby's ($$)
(702 ratings)

802 N Charles St Map It!
Baltimore, MD 21201
(410) 609-3162
www.doobys.com
As Seen On:
Burgers, Brew & 'Que, Episode: "Beers, Burgers and Bocce in Baltimore"
  • Damn Good Pie
    bruleed‎ buttermilk tart w/ chocolate cookie crumble crust
  • Dooby's Burger
    house-seasoned Creekstone Farms black angus beef, cheddar, kimchi, gochujang aioli, sesame roll
  • Pork Buns
    Gochujang aioli, soy-caramel, kimchi
 4.0 out of 5
702 ratings		 Korean-inspired cafe
Emily ($$)
(660 ratings)

919 Fulton St Map It!
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(347) 844-9588
pizzalovesemily.com
As Seen On:
Burgers, Brew & 'Que, Episode: "Hot, Charred and Crispy"
Top 5 Restaurants, Episode: "Best Cheesy Dishes"
  • Emmy Burger
    Fleisher's grass fed dry aged beef, Tom Cat pretzel bun, EMMY sauce, caramelized onion, Grafton cheddar, cornichon & fries; limited availability for dinner; looks good
  • S'mores Calzone
    s'mores baked inside pizza dough
  • Quinn Pizza
    thin crust pizza w/ mozzarella, havarti, pecorino, ricotta; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
660 ratings		 #3 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Cheesy Dishes); specialize in pizza but serves one of the best burgers in town; run by husband-and-wife team
Evangeline ($$)
(862 ratings)

329 Decatur St Map It!
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 373-4852
www.evangelineneworleans....
As Seen On:
Burgers, Brew & 'Que, Episode: "Deep-Fried Comfort Creations"
  • Acadia Crawfish & Grits
    sauteed crawfish tails & the trinity over creamy creole grits; looks good
  • Decatur Street Sundae
    vanilla ice cream, stout beer, maple bourbon, bacon topping
 4.0 out of 5
862 ratings		 specialize in fresh, seasonal cuisine with ingredients purchased directly from local markets & fisherman and also Louisiana microbrews available both on draught and in bottles
FahrenheitSee Fahrenheit Video ($$$)
(417 ratings)

55 Public Square Map It!
Cleveland, OH 44113
(216) 781-8858
As Seen On:
All-Star Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Magical Combos"
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Sweet and Savory Confessions"
  • "Cleveland" Nachos
    house made potato chips (instead of corn chips) topped w/ roasted garlic Parmesan fondu, bacon bits & more Parmesan; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
417 ratings
Great Lakes Brewing CompanySee Great Lakes Brewing Company Video ($$)
(1196 ratings)

2516 Market Ave Map It!
Cleveland, OH 44113
(216) 771-4404
www.greatlakesbrewing.com
As Seen On:
Burgers, Brew & 'Que, Episode: "Bring on the Bratwurst"
  • Bratwurst & Pierogi
    Czuchraj's Dortmunder Gold Lager bratwurst, potato & cheese pierogi from The Pierogi Lady, braised cabbage, sour cream, Dijon mustard; looks good
  • Bread Pudding
    topped w/ whipped cream
  • Stilton Cheddar Soup
    made w/ Dortmunder Gold Lager
 4.0 out of 5
1196 ratings		 est. 1986
Happy DogSee Happy Dog Video ($)
(715 ratings)

5801 Detroit Ave Map It!
Cleveland, OH 44102
(216) 651-9474
www.happydogcleveland.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "All American"
  • Hot Dogs
    can choose from 50 homemade toppings; served on Chicago-style poppy seed bun; Michael gets w/ chunky peanut butter, Sriracha hot sauce and "alien" pickle relish (concoction created by his stepson Kyle)
 4.0 out of 5
715 ratings		 neighborhood corner serving hot dogs and beer, and "lots" of live music, from rock and country to punk and polka
High Hat Cafe ($$)
(634 ratings)

4500 Freret St Map It!
New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 754-1336
www.highhatcafe.com
As Seen On:
Burgers, Brew & 'Que, Episode: "Hot, Charred and Crispy"
  • BBQ Gulf Shrimp
    pan-cooked in "BBQ sauce"
  • Fried Oyster Remoulade Po'boy
    served w/ fries
 4.0 out of 5
634 ratings		 started in 2010; casual neighborhood spot serving food from the Mississippi Delta & Louisiana
Hometown Bar-B-Que ($$)
(1052 ratings)

454 Van Brunt St Map It!
Brooklyn, NY 11231
(347) 294-4644
www.hometownbarbque.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Let's Do Lunch"
Burgers, Brew & 'Que, Episode: "Ooey, Gooey and Cheesy"
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Super-Stuffed Gluttony!"
Iron Chef Eats, Episode: "Lip-Smacking Barbecue"
  • Lamb Belly Banh Mi
    smoked pulled lamb belly w/ hot & sweet sauce, pickled Daikon & carrot, cilantro on baguette; looks good
  • Chinese Sticky Ribs
    smoked pork ribs lathered w/ Asian sauce & grilled; looks good
  • Beef Ribs
    smoked for 9-10 hrs; Aaron recommends side of potato salad; looks good
  • Korean Sticky Ribs
    babyback ribs, smoked in white oak & then deep-fried; topped w/ chopped cashew & scallions; looks good
  • Lamb Belly
    smoked for 8-10 hrs on white oak; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
1052 ratings		 opened in 2013; first-come-first-serve walk-up counter-service bar-b-que hall until BBQ is sold out; live music on weekend nights
Incline Public House ($$)
(847 ratings)

2601 W 8th St Map It!
Cincinnati, OH 45204
(513) 251-3000
www.inclinepublichouse.co...
As Seen On:
Burgers, Brew & 'Que, Episode: "Juicy, Crunchy and Tangy"
  • Cherry Pepper Poppers
    cherry peppers stuffed w/ cheddar cheese curd & wrapped w/ bacon; served w/ fig jam
  • Chicken & Waffles
    spicy breaded chicken breast, serrano-corn waffle, maple-bacon butter; available for brunch only
 4.0 out of 5
847 ratings		 top of hill dining room featuring panoramic views of the Ohio River & downtown Cincinnati
La Petite Grocery ($$$)
(836 ratings)

4238 Magazine St Map It!
New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 891-3377
www.lapetitegrocery.com
As Seen On:
All-Star Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Magical Combos"
Burgers, Brew & 'Que, Episode: "Meat, Meat and More Meat"
  • Blue Crab Beignets
    beignets (fried dough) stuffed w/ blue crab & mascarpone mix; served w/ malt vinegar aioli; looks good
  • Blue Crab Beignets
    beignets (fried dough) stuffed w/ blue crab & mascarpone mix; served w/ malt vinegar aioli; looks good
  • LPG Cheeseburger
    w/ house pickles, onion marmalade, arugula, whole grain mustard, aioli & gruyere on soft bun w/ hand cut fries; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
836 ratings		 est. 2004; French-inspired eatery serving modern Creole food in a historic building
Lucky's CafeSee Lucky's Cafe Video ($$)
(1143 ratings)

777 Starkweather Ave Map It!
Cleveland, OH 44113
(216) 622-7773
www.luckyscafe.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Combos"
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "Barbecued, Baked And Brined"
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "Flavortown Faves"
  • Biscuits and Gravy
    "one of most the soul-satisfying dishes I have eaten in my life...better than I've had in the South"-Michael Symon; looks good; cheddar scallion biscuits topped with soft scrambled eggs and sausage gravy; served w/ hash brown potatoes & grapes; looks good
  • Lucky Reuben
    corned beef, sauerkraut, rye bread and Thousand Island dressing all house made, served with Swiss cheese, chips & a pickle; Guy got goosebumps eating it; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
1143 ratings		 farm-to-table restaurant w/ garden in backyard; almost everything is made from scratch; where Michael Symon stopped by at DDD airing (friend of chef/owner)
Martin's Bar-B-Que JointSee Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint Video ($$)
(929 ratings)

3108 Belmont Blvd Map It!
Nashville, TN 37212
(615) 200-1181
www.martinsbbqjoint.com
As Seen On:
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "Triple D Nation: Wings 'n' Things"
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Deep-Fried Delights"
Iron Chef Eats, Episode: "Lip-Smacking Barbecue"
  • BBQ Nachos
    corn tortilla chips, pulled pork, queso, slaw, cilantro, sour cream, pickled jalapenos, lime wedges & Jack's Creek; looks good
  • Broccoli Salad
    a top side seller; looks good
  • Smoked Wings
  • Fried Bologna Sandwich
    1-inch thick sliced smoked bologna & flash-fried
  • Redneck Taco
    BBQ on top of cornbread hoe-cake topped w/ slaw & sauce; choose between pork, brisket, sausage, chicken, turkey or catfish (Michael gets the chicken)
  • Whole Hog Platter
    smoked w/ hickory pulled pork; Michael get sides: broccoli salad & hush puppies; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
929 ratings		 specialize in West Tennessee-style; multiple locations
Michael's Genuine Food & DrinkSee Michael's Genuine Food & Drink Video ($$$)
(1938 ratings)

130 NE 40th St Map It!
Miami, FL 33137
(305) 573-5550
www.michaelsgenuine.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Borrowed Favorites"
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Sweet Tooth"
  • Crispy Hominy
    dried maize kernels soaked overnight; cooked w/ garlic & herbs then fried & coated in chile seasoning; served w/ lime
  • Homemade Pop-Tarts
    filled w/ local mango & local lychee; on brunch menu
  • Popcorn & Peanuts
    chocolate, peanut butter candybar w/ buttered popcorn ice cream, homemade cracker-jack and chipotle-chocolate sauce served separately on side; "perfect blend of salty and sweet...it's the best dessert I've ever eaten"-Michael Symon; looks good
  • Tangerine Creamsicle
    Pot de Creme (milk & cream mixture w/ orange essence), warm doughnuts and blackberry tarragon jam
 4.0 out of 5
1938 ratings		 est. in 2006; menus change daily depending on what's in season and arriving on their doorstep from local farmers, fishermen, ranchers, and artisans
MotorinoSee Motorino Video ($$)
(1129 ratings)

349 E 12th St Map It!
New York, NY 10003
(212) 777-2644
www.motorinopizza.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "New York"
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Sliced"
Iron Chef Eats, Episode: "Pizza Perfection"
  • Pizza - Colatura Di Alici
    white thin-crust pizza w/ buffalo mozzarella, onion, cherry tomatoes, anchovies, chili, & olives
  • Brussels Sprout Pizza
    Fior di latte, garlic, pecorino, smoked pancetta, olive; looks good
  • Marinara Pizza
    oregano, garlic, sea salt (no cheese)
 4.0 out of 5
1129 ratings		 Other Recipes: Tiramisu
Oak and Embers Tavern ($$)
(347 ratings)

8003 Mayfield Rd Map It!
Chesterland, OH 44026
(440) 729-4030
www.oakandemberstavern.co...
As Seen On:
Burgers, Brew & 'Que, Episode: "Finger-Licking Good"
  • Burnt Ends in Borbon BBQ Sauce
    slow smoked beef brisket caps served w/ plantain chips
  • Smoked Chorizo Meatloaf
    served open faced & topped w/ bourbon BBQ sauce, onion straws & cheddar cheese
 4.0 out of 5
347 ratings		 husband-and-wife team serving southern comfort food (BBQ)
Park's BBQ ($$$)
(2202 ratings)

955 S Vermont Ave Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(213) 380-1717
www.parksbbq.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Stretchy Pants Required"
Burgers, Brew & 'Que, Episode: "Comedy and Cooking in the City of Angels"
  • Rib Eye Bulgogi
    signature dish of Korean cuisine; thinly sliced beef marinated in soy based sauce; served w/ traditional sides like kimchi & spicy cucumber; "chopstick, mouth" -Antonia Lofaso
  • American Wagyu Boneless Short Rib
    looks good
  • Bone-In Short Rib
    marinated for 24 hrs; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
2202 ratings		 opened in 2003; classic Korean BBQ restaurant w/ an extensive menu & grill-it-yourself-at-your-table meats
Pilsener Haus & Biergarten ($$)
(899 ratings)

1422 Grand St Map It!
Hoboken, NJ 07030
(201) 683-5465
www.pilsenerhaus.com
As Seen On:
Burgers, Brew & 'Que, Episode: "Meat, Meat and More Meat"
  • Sauerbraten
    beef shoulder braised in red wine, apple cider, & juniper berries w/ pretzel dumplings, caramelized pearl onions, apple braised red cabbage & bacon; takes 5 days to make; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
899 ratings		 authentic Austro-Hungarian restaurant set in a turn-of-the-century bier hall w/ an adjoining, sunny biergarten & offering over 70 handcrafted biers
Plan Check Kitchen + Bar ($$)
(2809 ratings)

1800 Sawtelle Blvd Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90025
(310) 444-1411
www.plancheck.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Dipped"
Burgers, Brew & 'Que, Episode: "Comedy and Cooking in the City of Angels"
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "The Deep Fried!"
  • Dynamite Crab Dip
    Dungeness crab meat w/ masago, tomato, nori, "dynamite" sauce, bechamel sauce & ciabatta toast; "everything you want in a dip x100" -Brad Miller
  • Pastrami Fries
    fries topped w/ pastrami gravy & pickles
  • PCB (Plan Check Burger)
    top seller burger; Americanized dashi cheese, KETCHUP LEATHER, schmaltz onions, mixed pickles, crunch bun; looks good
  • Smokey Fried Chicken
    jidori chicken, smoked milk gravy, yam preserves, spicy pickled okra; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
2809 ratings		 est. 2012; serving modern American comfort food in a small plate format along w/ unique cocktails, premium whiskeys & craft beers; multiple locations
PublicanSee Publican Video ($$$)
(3408 ratings)

837 W Fulton Market Map It!
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 733-9555
thepublicanrestaurant.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Hamburger Heaven"
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Totally Fried"
Burgers, Brew & 'Que, Episode: "Salty and Smoky in the Windy City"
  • PQM Burger
    caramelized onions, Dijon sauce mix, cheese; looks good
  • Spicy Pork Rinds
  • Avocado Salad
    tomato, cucumber, shabazi & fried garlic
  • Braised Pork Belly
 4.0 out of 5
3408 ratings		 beer-focused restaurant offering an eclectic menu inspired by simple farmhouse fare in a space evocative of a European beer hall
Rays PlaceSee Rays Place Video ($$)
(311 ratings)

135 Franklin Ave Map It!
Kent, OH 44240
(330) 673-2233
raysplacekent.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Old School"
  • Mo-Fo Burger
    double-bacon cheeseburger w/ mushrooms; served w/ knife down the burger (it's that big); looks good
 4.0 out of 5
311 ratings		 opened in 1937
Salt Lick BBQSee Salt Lick BBQ Video ($$)
(5437 ratings)

18300 Fm 1826 Map It!
Driftwood, TX 78619
(512) 858-4959
www.saltlickbbq.com
As Seen On:
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 20-1"
Best Sandwich in America, Episode: "Southwest"
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Bar-B-Que"
Burgers, Brew & 'Que, Episode: "Super Chefs' Favorite Foods"
Man v. Food, Episode: "Austin"
Manliest Restaurants
  • BBQ
  • Brisket Jalapeno Sandwich
    smoked 4-6 hrs in oakwood & wet pecan shells; recommended w/ housemade pickled jalapenos & spicy habanero BBQ sauce by Bobby Flay; looks good
  • BBQ Beef Ribs
    available only on Sunday afternoons; looks good
  • Beef Brisket
    smoked 20 hrs & regularly basted; looks good; looks good; top seller
  • Peach Cobbler
  • Family Style Plate
    heaping helpings of beef, sausage, and pork ribs, served with potato salad, cole slaw, beans, bread, pickles, and onions; sold per person; "some of the best BBQ I've ever tasted"; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
5437 ratings		 #7 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown); opened in 1967; institution BBQ restaurant; large open pit BBQ
Taco Flats ($$)
(515 ratings)

5520 Burnet Rd Map It!
Austin, TX 78756
(512) 284-8352
www.tacoflats.com
As Seen On:
Burgers, Brew & 'Que, Episode: "Smoked and Stacked"
  • Gringa Tacos
    spit roasted pork, onion, grilled jack cheese, pineapple, cilantro
  • Tostadas de Atun
    yellowfin tuna, house-made garlic + lime aioli, fried leeks, avocado, habanero sea salt
 4.0 out of 5
515 ratings
Tommy's Original World Famous Hamburgers ($)
(1506 ratings)

2575 Beverly Blvd Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 389-9060
www.originaltommys.com
As Seen On:
Burgers, Brew & 'Que, Episode: "Comedy and Cooking in the City of Angels"
Drive Thru Paradise
  • Chili Tamale
  • Double Cheeseburger
    double patty w/ cheese, Tommy's chili, chopped onions, mustard, pickles & a slice of beef steak tomato between
 4.0 out of 5
1506 ratings		 since 1946; started as a ramshackle little stand on a street corner...now many locations in L.A. & also in Las Vegas; has drive-thru
Michael Symon (bio)   (60 restaurants - Include Closed)    
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